Digital Forensics Analyst SME

Booz Allen Hamilton; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Digital Forensics Analyst SME to join a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center and Incident Response team. You will conduct evidence collection, forensic analysis, data recovery, and reporting in response to security incidents, performing hands-on forensics with tools like FRED and EnCase, and contributing to playbooks and SOPs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in SOC forensics, experience with Linux/Windows/macOS, Splunk SIEM, forensic imaging, and strong written and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) providing forensic analysis, imaging, log and evidence analysis or preservation, chain-of-custody, incident documentation, and coordination with Federal stakeholders
• Experience analyzing and responding to forensic security requests across enterprise host including Linux, Windows, or macOS and network-based platforms
• Experience developing or contributing to evidence collection, examination, and chain-of-custody documentation or standard operating procedures
• Experience using Splunk SIEM platform to support investigations and evidence enrichment
• Experience using a forensic recovery of evidence device (FRED) to collect, store, and maintain forensic images
• Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering
• Ability to analyze and correlate data from multiple technical sources to identify malicious activity, artifacts, indicators, or investigative leads
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences, including the production of high‑quality incident reports, briefings, and technical documentation
• Public Trust
• Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Conduct evidence collection, forensic analysis, data recovery, and reporting in response to incident investigations
• Perform hands-on digital forensics activities such as imaging and analysis of physical and virtual drives
• Develop forensics playbooks and standard operating procedures
• Support the SOC with investigating security events and producing high-quality reports and briefings

Skills

SOC forensics

Forensic imaging

Evidence analysis

Incident documentation

Communication

Federal stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk SIEM

FRED

EnCase

FTK

X-Ways

Cellebrite

Autopsy

KAPE

Velociraptor

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Serve as a key member of a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center and Incident Response team, responsible for conducting evidence collection, forensic analysis, data recovery, and reporting in response to incident investigations. The role performs hands‑on digital forensics activities such as forensic imaging, analysis of physical and virtual drives, and incident documentation while leveraging FRED’s and forensic tools to capture and preserve evidence for security events. The analyst contributes to the development forensics playbooks and standard operating procedures, conducts ad‑hoc forensic analysis, and supports the SOC with investigating security events. This position collaborates closely with federal stakeholders, communicates findings to technical and non‑technical audiences, and produces high‑quality reports and briefings, all while helping to advance the maturity and effectiveness of the organization’s security operations.

Join us. The world can't wait.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Digital Forensics Analyst SME

Serve as a key member of a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center and Incident Response team, responsible for conducting evidence collection, forensic analysis, data recovery, and reporting in response to incident investigations. The role performs hands‑on digital forensics activities such as forensic imaging, analysis of physical and virtual drives, and incident documentation while leveraging FRED’s and forensic tools to capture and preserve evidence for security events. The analyst contributes to the development forensics playbooks and standard operating procedures, conducts ad‑hoc forensic analysis, and supports the SOC with investigating security events. This position collaborates closely with federal stakeholders, communicates findings to technical and non‑technical audiences, and produces high‑quality reports and briefings, all while helping to advance the maturity and effectiveness of the organization’s security operations.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) providing forensic analysis, imaging, log and evidence analysis or preservation, chain-of-custody, incident documentation, and coordination with Federal stakeholders

• Experience analyzing and responding to forensic security requests across enterprise host including Linux, Windows, or macOS and network-based platforms

• Experience developing or contributing to evidence collection, examination, and chain-of-custody documentation or standard operating procedures

• Experience using Splunk SIEM platform to support investigations and evidence enrichment

• Experience using a forensic recovery of evidence device (FRED) to collect, store, and maintain forensic images

• Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering

• Ability to analyze and correlate data from multiple technical sources to identify malicious activity, artifacts, indicators, or investigative leads

• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical audiences, including the production of high‑quality incident reports, briefings, and technical documentation

• Public Trust

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience using industry forensic suites and toolsets such as EnCase, FTK, X‑Ways, Cellebrite, Autopsy, KAPE, or Velociraptor

• Experience performing volatile memory acquisition and analysis

• Experience with cloud forensics methodologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP including log acquisition and artifact preservation

• Experience with federal security controls such as NIST 800 ‑ 53, RMF, or FedRAMP and impact on investigative activities

• Ability to build strong client relationships, collaborate across varied teams, and communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, inclusive manner

• DFIR Certifications such as GIAC, GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, CFCE, IACIS, and EnCase EnCE Certifications

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.